2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Eco-Diesel: Is This The Only Worthwhile Powertrain?

[@jeremywillson3497]

25 mpg 442 foot pounds of torque is well worth it!

[@Watchdog_UFOtestpilot]

Diesel benefits are numerous, especially for me. Torque is awesome, and since power is produced at lower rpm’s it means most will far outlast their gasoline counterparts. I bought my ‘22 for $6500 below MSRP, then it blew the recalled fuel pump. They had my truck for ~4 months before they fixed it, so Stellantis cut me a check for $13k under lemon law. For a JTR with the diesel and the heavy-duty transmission I’m completely satisfied to be in it for ~$20k less than retail. I love my LJ more, but this makes a perfectly good work truck that I can use to overland camp with my son as well.

[@paulehofer]

Less than 1000 lbs payload is a problem

[@joshmcdaniel9519]

Wish you would put the prices of the vehicles you where driving or reviewing.

[@hai_paul_]

ohhh come on Stallantis why don't you put the 6INLINE DOHC 2.9 from the others brands? is it that hard?

[@Johnny-qe7xf]

I purchased one with the 3.6 which is a very reliable motor. It can also tow more than the diesel.

[@JoeBlow-ub1us]

It's a fine motor but you get rid of a significant amount of mpg as well as some offroad capability.

[@lordrayden3045]

@@JoeBlow-ub1us The desiel has less payload

[@robertfuller3578]

I found a used 21 Gladiator Sport S with the ecodiesel. I'd chose it any day over the pentastar crap motor. The power available is amazing and the fuel milage more than compensates for the added fuel price. I can't believe Stellantis is so stupid as to discontinue the ecodiesel in everything else. This is the best motor availabe in my opinion.

[@Drpepperkev4]

I would get a eco Diesel Gladiator with a trail cam on the front

[@clake1976]

When will the inline 6 turbo engine be available

[@BenHardyCars]

Maybe next year

[@ryannewazada2102]

I can't wait to see how this engine powertrain performs in the JT.

[@johnbehneman1546]

GREAT VIDEO BEN!!! I AGREE WITH YOU 100%!!!! GREAT FOR TOW AND GO. AND TOWN AND COUNTRY. THANKS FOR SHARING!!!!

[@chrisniyubahwe5686]

Hope to own one someday in the future absolutely nice car 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@okienightstalker3145]

Buying the diesel for 'fuel milage" is a joke when diesel cost $1.50 a gallon more than gasoline....lol

[@fiftyshadesofurban]

Until you realize that $1.50 more for $3 is only 50% more and not double the cost, but your MPG is actually double in the diesel Gladiator, so you're paying 50% more for fuel but getting double the fuel efficiency. Math is fun. Also I just completed a 3000 mile trip and trust me stopping for gas every 2 hours REALLY SUCKS.

[@okienightstalker3145]

@@fiftyshadesofurban My Mojave averages around 20.5mpg from OKC to Dallas and diesel is $2 a gallon higher now. Do the Eco powered JT's really get 40mpg? How long does it take the average Eco diesel owner to recoup the $4k up front cost over the 3.6? Eco just seems to be a good deal if you plan on keeping the JT for along time and not upgrading vehicles every few years.

[@iykej6]

Fax

[@iam4740]

Hmm, so having 430 ft lbs on tap is NOT the reason to go diesel? While I understand your argument, not everyone wants a 4 cylinder gas with 3.23 ring and pinion.

[@okienightstalker3145]

@@iam4740 The Mojave and Rubicon have a V6 with 4.11's standard equip, the 4cyl is not even and option in the Gladiator.

[@efibendor1]

Yes it’s the only one. You can tow 5500 lbs doing 23-25 mpg.

[@JP-xq7fo]

$64,495… good luck with that…

[@efibendor1]

@@JP-xq7fo Edit: should have added:”if you can afford it”

[@lorddoma6637]

You can tow more with the regular gas engine.

[@efibendor1]

@@lorddoma6637 not. Go ahead tow more with gas and report back how did it go and what was the mpg. Okay ?

[@kev7co]

@@lorddoma6637 at 13 mpg

[@Kenneth_R]

I absolutely LOVE this Gladiator. Its unfortunate that it just does not fit in my garage (and most garages) Its just too long, it really affects a LOT of sales.

[@EliB207]

Probably not

[@mowcowbell]

It's just a bit over 18' long. Fits just fine in any standard sized garage (most are 20' deep).

[@efibendor1]

Yes pls Jeep make a 2 door gladiator !!

[@micahh5074]

@@efibendor1 yes. 2 door 8 foot box would be awesome. Just as long but great for overlanding and much higher payload with losing the back set of everything. Look like a mini two door hummer back in the day.

[@mikefitzgerald4278]

Can you get a manual transmission with the diesel?

[@freeian2]

Sadly, nope.

[@mikefitzgerald4278]

Does anyone know where I can get a "FULL" delete kit for the new diesel?

[@lordrayden3045]

How the hell does a Maverick have a higher payload?

[@cp_atving5084]

Been looking at Gladiators but trying to decide with I should go Eco Diesel or wait and see if they get a turbo V6 next year.

[@christrarback9748]

They are getting rid of the diesel. Wait for the 4xe version or the I6

[@lorddoma6637]

Why are Jeeps so expensive? If it was 50k I would have bought one.

[@bensimpson6261]

Does the eco diesel have to have def fluid?

[@returnedfrompanama]

Yes

[@GettingAGrip208]

You can turn off DEF and EGR with tuning

[@aaronlane8276]

DEF is a mandatory requirement for all diesel engine vehicles.

[@jasonrobertson1284]

This gives us all a bad name. Right on reds optional always enjoy the ride, relax.

[@aaronlane8276]

I like diesel trucks.

[@JP-xq7fo]

$64,495, no way is that worth that kind of money!

[@ismileatdeath27]

That’s fully loaded , yes it’s pricey but 30mpg average is where it makes up for its price . Pay double the fuel but get double the mileage

[@nathannielsen8061]

The "bad driver" looked lost, I'm trying to give folks a little benefit of the doubt here anyway.

[@otisdriftwood8469]

That fiat diesel engine is going to fall apart like a Chinese bicycle.

[@rodzrivera9019]

That truck use DEF

[@thejackaroo4WDcampingchannel]

Scotty Kilmer differs from your review, your title talks about the diesel but you are just selling for Jeep.

[@davidblack7528]

I'd love to have the econo-diesel for the tork and pulling power; but, I think the pollution of diesels is a real problem. I hate getting behind a diesel truck with the toxic smell. I know it is a necessary evil for the big rigs for load capacity but for the general public we need to change.

[@jasondavis4421]

Except they dont thats why they rig the statistics and broden the term of pollution too include things like particles..but as far as green house gases go diesels produce less. And when they say per gallon of gas keep in minde fuel economy witch the allways neglect too factor in..so when you compare two engines of the same size and add fuel consumption you will finde diesel have lower green house emmisions..of course a 2.3 liter gas engine emmits less the a 6.7 diesel engine but it doesnt emmit less then a 6.7 gas engine

[@jasondavis4421]

Ya know the actuall statistucs the epa uses guess what diesel trucks pass them thus why there still manufactured

[@Michael-eb3ne]

This guy loves ads!! Lol You’re not that popular dude, calm down.

[@weirdshibainu]

The upcoming Colorado is better

[@antster7]

But can you roll coal?

[@Harvdawg1981]

no cause it's a crappy diesel